I'd argue though that there is something very inherently feminine about the Alien universe, with all the impregnation, egg sacs and such. So much of Giger's work was about the trauma of birth and reproduction, and these themes are deep within the lore of the Xenomorph. Even though Ripley was cast based on merit and not based on her being a female, I feel as though of all franchises, this one makes the most sense for a female lead. I can't speak on Spaeny's talent though, I haven't heard of her before.